Self-paced mathematics program

Self-Paced Mathematics at DVC

Students in the DVC Self-Paced Mathematics program learn on their own at a flexible
pace, within certain deadlines. Instead of regularly scheduled lectures, students
study with the help of a variety of resources: an interactive online math program,
the instructor and tutors, and an optional textbook. The online program lets students
repeat homework with immediate feedback until they have mastered the material. It
also gives students explanations, sample problems, videos, powerpoints and animations.
Once a student has demonstrated mastery of a set of material (including passing an
in-class written exam), they move on to the next set of material.

Frequently asked questions

Which Math classes are offered in the self-paced format?

How is a Self-paced Math course different from a lecture course?

The main difference between self-paced and lecture courses at DVC is working self-paced
allows students to take one class over multiple semesters, or to take multiple classes
in one semester. Other differences include working on one's own, no lecture from the
instructor and dedicated one-on-one help, as well as study and time-management skills.

How is a Self-paced Math course the same as a lecture course?

Self-paced Math classes have the same number of units as a lecture class, and the
same expectations of hours spent on the course each week. The courses cover the same
mathematics material, and have the same Student Learning Outcomes, and course objectives
for the mathematics content.

What types of students enroll in Self-paced Mathematics?

those who don’t have time in their schedule for a full-length class

those that just need a little review to move quickly though the material

students that need a slower pace than lecture classes

students that don’t learn well in the lecture environment

Successful students in Self-paced Math are self-motivated, comfortable using computers
and working online, and have good time-management skills.

For more information:

Visit the Self-Paced Office in LC 200B (in the Math Lab) or call 925-969-2627. The
office is open during Fall and Spring semesters:

MW 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

TTH 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 - 8:15 p.m.

**The DVC Mathematics department does not offer Self-paced Math classes during the
summer, and the Self-paced Math Office is not open.